Headline News Volume 260

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eJARN.com Headline News
Date: February 13th , 2015, Volume 260
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* TICA Talks about Applied Business Strategy
TICA was among the top 10 central air conditioning brands in the China domestic central conditioning market. The aggregate sales number of 2013 reached RMB 2.1 billion. The sales revenue of air-side product was up to RMB 1.2 billion (US$ 344 million).
http://www.ejarn.com/news.asp?id=32125&classid=7

1. Controversy over Low-GWP and Zero-ODP Refrigerants
A range of low-GWP refrigerants have been developed amid calls for a phase-down of refrigerants with high global warming potential (GWP) in the United States and Europe, and risk assessments of their flammability and safety are underway at a variety of institutions and organizations. Among the low-GWP refrigerants, HFO-1233zd(E) is a new refrigerant that has sparked a discussion on ozone depleting potential (ODP).
http://www.ejarn.com/news.asp?id=32887&classid=19

2. VRF Systems and Testing Towers
VRF systems are now adopted in large-sized buildings as well. To satisfy researchers, performance under various temperature conditions needs to be verified using rigorous testing room conditions. Under these circumstances, a number of VRF system manufacturers have constructed environmental testing rooms and high-rise test towers able to accommodate the maximum refrigerant piping height difference.
http://www.ejarn.com/news.asp?id=32923&classid=18

3. The Last Frontier in Asia: Myanmar
There has been a flurry of activity among air conditioner manufacturers in Myanmar this year. Japanese companies are among the manufacturers setting up sales offices and showrooms in Myanmar and quickly moving to expand their sales channels and develop local human resources.
http://www.ejarn.com/news.asp?id=32924&classid=10

4. Sharp J-Tech Series Debuts in Malaysia
Sharp-Roxy Sales & Service Company (SRSSC) launched its latest series of consumer appliances aimed at bringing more comfort and convenience to the homes of Malaysians while helping them save on utility bills.
The highlights of the launch were Sharp’s latest range of J-Tech product line-up. J-Tech stands for Japanese Technology, which are advanced Sharp technology and sincere Japanese hospitality.
http://www.ejarn.com/news.asp?id=32929&classid=10

5. MicroGroove New Copper Alloy Tubes for Higher Pressure Refrigerants
According to the International Copper Association, technical tube alloys provide yet another advantage for users of MicroGroove technology, especially in ACR applications using high-pressure refrigerants such as R744 (i.e., carbon dioxide).
http://www.ejarn.com/news.asp?id=32940&classid=19

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